Sometimes the very best gifts are the ones that quietly reveal the generous heart behind them. Belle Ladyman, a parishioner at Don Frazier’s (Director of The Texas Center at Schreiner University) home church, was known for arriving at gatherings with her famous creamed corn in tow—a dish that quickly became part of the church’s shared table and story. Don was especially fond of it, never missing a chance for a helping. So when he became betrothed to Susan, Belle chose a gift that was both personal and lasting: she handed over her treasured recipe, a simple but meaningful gesture that would carry her warmth into their new life together.
Susan and I prepared it together in her kitchen and she shared the treasured recipe card with me – showing the wear of a very used recipe. If you’ve never tasted homemade creamed corn (only the canned kind) you will fall in love with this recipe!
BELLE LADYMAN’S CREAM CORN
Ingredients
- 1 can sweet corn
- 2 TBSP butter
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring corn and butter to a boil. In a bowl, whisk together sugar, salt, flour, and milk. Add the bowl mixture to the saucepan and cook for 2 - 3 minutes until thick.